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Jewish Community Displays Ribbons For Hope
[Updated with video] Bermuda’s Jewish community is displaying yellow ribbons “as a symbol of hope for the safe return of 240 hostages held in Gaza” and as a “heartfelt expression of support for innocent civilians in Israel and Gaza who are facing unimaginable circumstances.” A spokesperson said, “The yellow ribbons... Read more of this article
Photos & Videos: ‘Gather For Gaza’ Event
[Updated] The ‘Gather for Gaza’ event is being held in Hamilton this afternoon [Nov 13] to “show support for the protection of innocent lives,” and you can tune in and watch live below. A spokesperson previously said, “A collective of concerned Bermudian residents from Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Atheist, Agnostic and other... Read more of this article
Column: Sarafina Musical & Struggle For Rights
[Written by Glenn Fubler] This past weekend offered learning opportunities regarding two countries which share parallels. This involved the spectacular musical ‘Sarafina,’ which drew three encore showings to Ruth Seaton James – all sellouts – and a Walk for Peace which attracted scores of diverse residents, in spite of rain. There was... Read more of this article
Statement Backs UNESCO’s Call For Resolution
A joint statement has been released backing the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s [UNSECO] call for a resolution to remind “parties involved of their obligations under international law” amidst the conflict between Israel and Palestine. The statement says, “We, the undersigned, wish to express... Read more of this article
‘Gather For Gaza’ Event On November 13
To “show support for the protection of innocent lives,” the ‘Gather for Gaza’ event will be held in front of City Hall on Monday [Nov 13] from 4:00pm to 5:30pm. A spokesperson said, “A collective of concerned Bermudian residents from Jewish, Muslim, Christian, Atheist, Agnostic and other religious and non-religious backgrounds... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: ‘Walk For Peace’ Event
“Please stop genocide,” “You don’t need to be Muslim to support Palestine, you just need to be human” and ‘Ceasefire now” were some of the messages on signs being held as people gathered for a event titled “Walk for Peace” in Hamilton today [Nov 4]. “We are asking and we’re begging the... Read more of this article
Social Justice BDA Support Call For Ceasefire
Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] said they join “other global social justice movements and human rights groups calling for an immediate ceasefire to allow for humanitarian aid for civilians in Gaza.” A spokesperson said, “Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] stands in solidarity with the people of Palestine. We must be clear in calling this situation... Read more of this article
Gathering For Peace Held At Anglican Cathedral
[Updated] A ‘Gathering for Peace’ event was held yesterday [Oct 25] at the Anglican Cathedral on Church Street in response to the Israel/Palestine crisis. A spokesperson previously said, “This in the face of the Israel/Palestine crisis that began on October 7th with the tragic attack in Israel by Hamas, which has resulted in responses that has... Read more of this article
Faith Initiative Promotes Israel/Palestine Peace
An inter-faith collaboration across the island is addressing the Israel/Palestine crisis, “focusing on promoting peace, justice, and reconciliation in response to the recent violence and displacement” with a number of events. A spokesperson said, “An inter-faith collaboration has begun across the island, regarding the unprecedented... Read more of this article
August 7th: Peace For Gaza Open Mic Session
A Peace for Gaza community event will take place this coming Thursday [Aug 7] to show support for the people of Gaza, with Bermuda to join the global call for peace. One of the organizers, Walton Brown, today commented, “We have the power only to show that we stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people in Gaza and call on global powers to act... Read more of this article
Opinion: Starling On Solidarity with Palestine
[Opinion column written by Jonathan Starling] While Bermuda continues to have its own political intrigue, it has been to ignore the extremely concerning developments in Palestine. I unreservedly condemn the continuing Israeli aggression against the people of Palestine and I hope that the military strikes are halted immediately. While Bermuda does not... Read more of this article
